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Apparently the 8320 cpu can be safely overclocked to 4.0Ghz with something called a 'Turbo Key'.

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Turbo Key

ASUS Turbo Key allows the user to turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking button. After the easy setup, Turbo Key can boost performances without interrupting ongoing work or games - with just one touch!!

I assume it requires some kind of kernel module or software to get this functionality? I just installed kubuntu to this desktop and pressing the power button starts a shutdown... i'm unable to find any software that enables this to work with linux (if there is any). There is a driver disc obtaining windows software that came with the motherboard, but obviously isn't of much help.

I came across this thread, but it doesn't really explain anything more than i'd already figured.

Anyone had experience with this 'Turbo Key' feature? How can i get it working, thanks!

The Turbo Key function does indeed use a Windows software, no Linux support available.
Seriously, this is actually a good thing, you should never trust a software that automagically overclocks the system when you want to have a stable system. If you really need overclocking (with a FX8320 this shouldn't really be the case) I recommend to do some learning how to properly overclock these CPUs. Keep in mind that you will void your guaranty with overclocking.